Ghana’s Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, is optimistic about the future of census-taking in the country.
He believes that traditional door-to-door methods will soon be replaced by digital technology, making it easier to obtain accurate population numbers.
During a campaign tour of the Greater Accra Region, Dr Bawumia expressed confidence that Ghana will soon be able to track its population in real-time, eliminating the need for large-scale census counts every 10 years. He highlighted the government’s efforts to modernize the economy through technology as a key factor in this transition.
Speaking to the clergy in Accra, Dr Bawumia emphasized the potential for digital technology to provide daily updates on population figures, reducing the necessity for physical counting. He envisions a future where data on births, deaths, and population growth will be readily available, eliminating the need for traditional census methods.
With a focus on harnessing technology for more efficient data collection, Dr Bawumia envisions a digital future for census-taking in Ghana. His remarks underscore the government’s commitment to leveraging digital tools for improved governance and decision-making.
